Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) for our Medical-Surgical unit. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, providing care for adult and pediatric patients with a variety of diagnoses. The average patient stay is approximately three days, and you will be responsible for managing a range of medical and surgical conditions. Shift Details • Shift: 12-hour Night Shifts • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule • Holiday Requirement: Participation in the permanent staff rotation • Floating: Not required, but opportunities available to float to telemetry or OB with experience Unit Information • Type: Medical-Surgical • Beds: 45 total (adult and pediatric med-surg telemetry combined) • Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:5 • Common Diagnoses: COPD, post-operative care, GI bleeds, OBGYN surgeries, orthopedic conditions, septic patients, altered mental status, chest pain rule-out, stroke, cellulitis, and alcohol withdrawal. Qualifications • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a medical-surgical unit. • Pediatric experience preferred; travelers without pediatric experience will not be assigned pediatric patients. • Required Certifications: BLS and ACLS; PALS certification is preferred. • Experience with telemetry and must have the ability to manage heparin and protonix drips. Additional Information The Medical-Surgical unit operates with a collaborative approach, with a hospitalist available onsite 24/7. Nurses on this unit are not required to interpret telemetry strips, as monitor technicians will assist with this function. The department supports self-scheduling to some degree, with yearly schedules being prepared 30-45 days in advance. Orientation for new hires will consist of 2-3 days, including a team-building scavenger hunt to familiarize staff with the unit. Dress Code Nurses are required to wear navy blue scrubs while on duty. If you are a dedicated nurse with the required expertise and an eagerness to thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.